Ryan’s Weekly Takeaway
Relatable Stories. Tangible Takeaways. Lasting Motivation.
Discomfort vs. Destruction
People drown in oceans, lakes, and bathtubs.
Stop talking about how much water they are in and focus on the fact they need help breathing.
This powerful analogy highlights why we must stop comparing pain and start distinguishing between the discomfort that helps us grow and the destruction that holds us back.
Stop Giving Presentations. Start Having Conversations.
Stop giving presentations. The moment we label a talk as a "performance," our anxiety spikes. Learn how a simple shift in language - moving from presentation to conversation -changes your physiology and turns pressure into connection.
How to Do Something About What is Going On In the World?
The world feels heavy and the headlines are loud, but you don't grow by carrying it all. Stop trying to fix the entire world and start changing your world, starting at the edge of your driveway.
From Shedding Skin to Riding Forward
Leadership has seasons: one for shedding and one for sprinting. As we move from the Year of the Snake into the Year of the Horse, we trade quiet introspection for intentional forward motion. It’s time to stop preparing and start riding.
Caring About People vs. Caring What They Think
Caring About People vs. Caring What People Think. One of these keeps us connected and empathetic; the other keeps us guarded and small. In this article we explore why we don't grow by caring less, but by caring better - and how to trade the exhausting job of managing perceptions for the courage to be honest.
Stop Asking. Start Declaring.
The shift is not in finding better answers but in choosing better language. The questions we ask place us in the posture of doubt rather than direction, but statements move us forward by signalling leadership and certainty to the brain.
Seven Days to Start Your Morning Differently
Growth doesn’t come from repairing what was; it comes from choosing what’s next. This 7-day guide isn't about transformation through force - it's about small, intentional shifts that change how we relate to ourselves, our thoughts, and our days.
What If I Was Secure in All the Places I Feel Insecure?
We spend our lives waiting for the 'fix' - the better body, the bigger bank account, the certain relationship before we allow ourselves to feel secure. But what if security isn’t a reward for being perfect? Explore why security is actually a way of standing with yourself now, and how to stop letting insecurity be the narrator of your life.
The Voice That Changes Everything: Critic vs. Cheerleader
Inside every one of us is an ongoing conversation that shapes how we show up in the world. It influences our confidence, our courage, and the choices we make when things feel uncertain. The voice we follow most often does more than narrate our lives. It quietly determines the life we build.
The Power of Firsts and Lasts
This week, I delivered my final keynote of the year, and instead of sadness, something surprising rose up in me: joy, gratitude, and a deep sense of alignment. It reminded me how powerful our first times and last times really are. Firsts open us to possibility. Lasts reveal how much we have grown. When we honor both, we move through life with more awareness, courage, and intention.
Go From A to THE® with Ryan Avery –
Join thousands of others each week, where Ryan shares his weekly dose of actionable insights designed to help us become THE in who we want to be.
Each Tuesday, Ryan shares one practical, implementable strategy that can elevate our leadership and drive results. Whether we are looking to sharpen our skills, inspire our team, or unlock new growth opportunities, these bite-sized tips offer clear, tangible steps for making real impact. Perfect for leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve and create lasting change, Ryan’s weekly Takeaway is here to remind us to lead with purpose, precision and be THE in who we want to be.